Clavamox is prescribed for the treatment of bacterial infections found in cats and dogs. Clavamox is used to treat skin and soft tissue infections like wounds and abscesses in cats and dogs. It can also be used to treat gum disease in dogs and bladder infection in cats. Clavamox ‘s formula contains amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium. Amoxicillin is a semisynthetic antibiotic with a broad-spectrum activity that kills bacteria by disrupting the formation of their cell walls. Clavulanate potassium is a Beta-lactamase inhibitor. Beta-lactamase are enzymes produce by bacterias to fight antibiotics, rendering them inactive. Clavamox is available in highly palatable flavored tablets, which makes it easy to give to your pet, relieving you from the stress of struggling to give your cat or dog his medication. Clavamox is also available in drops.